Today, May 6, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the 16th Asantehene, celebrates his 76th birthday, a milestone that in Asante tradition marks wisdom, longevity, and deepened responsibility. Falling on his kra da (birth day of the week), the day holds profound cultural significance, marked by purification rites. For more than three-quarters of a century, Otumfuo has witnessed Ghana’s transformation from independence to modern democracy. For 27 of those years as Asantehene, he has redefined royal leadership for the 21st century. His guiding words: “Our ancestors fought gallantly. Today, it is not the strength of the gun that determines a person’s future…
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In the regal glow of a Ghanaian evening, where heritage and statecraft intertwine, the World-Meets-in-Ghana Executive Dinner Ball unfolded as a powerful tribute to enduring peace. The night belonged to His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, celebrated as a Pillar of Peace, a steadfast architect of stability whose influence has rippled far beyond the Asante Kingdom. In a profound gesture of reciprocal honour, the monarch conferred the Otumfuo Commemorative Medal upon a distinguished group of individuals whose quiet, relentless work has shaped national development and harmony. The Thunder captures the elegance of that evening and, more importantly, turns its…
The Otumfuo Commemorative Artworks, which were created to honour Otumfuo during his 27th anniversary on the Golden Stool, come in 14‑ounce and 27‑ounce gold versions. The artworks, which were unveiled and auctioned at the Manhyia Palace, where the Asantehene was conferred with the honour “Pillar of Peace”, are powerful symbols of his remarkable legacy of peacebuilding. The 27‑ounce artwork was auctioned for GH¢1.5 million and purchased by Nick Danso Adjei, Executive Chairman of Ghana Link Network Services Ltd. The first of the 14‑ounce artworks was given to Otumfuo. During the auction for the remaining pieces, four individuals purchased them. They…
His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has called on parties involved in the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Europe to lay down their arms and embrace peace, stressing that global peace is essential. “From Kyiv to Tehran, Tel Aviv to Beirut, we plead for peace to prevail,” he said. Speaking at the Executive Dinner Ball held in his honour as a ‘Pillar of Peace’ to mark his 27th coronation anniversary, the king noted that Ghana’s own peace cannot be fully realised without peace in those regions. “Peace is indivisible. It cannot be preserved or protected in isolation. In…
President John Dramani Mahama has declared that the reign of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has greatly benefited Ghana and made the nation stronger. Describing the Asantehene as a national figure, the President noted that his impact on peace and development extends far beyond Asanteman. President Mahama made these remarks in a message delivered on his behalf by a Deputy Chief of Staff, Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, at the World-Meets-in-Ghana Executive Dinner Ball. According to President Mahama, the Asantehene has not only upheld the legacy of the Ashanti Kingdom but has also expanded it in ways that benefit the…
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has commended the Executive Chairman of KGL Group, Mr Alex Apau Dadey, for his immense contribution to the development of Asanteman and Ghana. Taking time to highlight some of the KGL boss’s achievements, the Asantehene noted that initiatives his Group has undertaken such as the construction of a mental health facility in the Ashanti Region, the payment of GHc153 million in taxes this year, and sponsorships of major events and programmes have been phenomenal, catapulting the nation to greater heights. Speaking at the Executive Dinner Ball, the Asantehene stated that it is a great pride that…
The Otumfuo Commemorative Artworks, which were created to honour Otumfuo during his 27th anniversary on the Golden Stool, come in 14‑ounce and 27‑ounce gold versions. The artworks, which were unveiled and auctioned at the Manhyia Palace, where the Asantehene was conferred with the honour “Pillar of Peace”, are powerful symbols of his remarkable legacy of peacebuilding. The 27‑ounce artwork was auctioned for GH¢1.5 million and purchased by Nick Danso Adjei, Executive Chairman of Ghana Link Network Services Ltd. The first of the 14‑ounce artworks was given to Otumfuo. During the auction for the remaining pieces, four individuals purchased them. They…
The Commonwealth Secretary-General, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, has expressed confidence that Otumfuo Osei Tutu II will continue to inspire the world with his celebrated leadership in peacemaking. Emphasising the importance of peace, she said the Asantehene’s acclaimed peacemaking efforts are a masterclass that cannot be overlooked. Addressing the World-Meets-in-Ghana Executive Dinner Ball, which celebrated Otumfuo as a ‘Pillar of Peace’ on his 27th coronation anniversary in Kumasi, she stated that Otumfuo deserves to be celebrated as a world leader and a pillar of peace. “His Majesty has shown over many years that traditional leadership and modern statecraft are not in contradiction.…
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, has been celebrated as a ‘ Pillar of Peace’ at a glittering executive dinner ball in Kumasi, marking his 27th year on the Asante throne. The “World-Meets-in-Ghana” Executive Dinner Ball, held on April 24, 2026, at the Manhyia Palace, brought together former presidents, international royalty, the diplomatic community, the Afrian diaspora, and business titans from far and near, under one royal canopy to honour the Asantehene’s legacy as a “Pillar of Peace”. The high-profile event was organised by the E ON 3 Group in collaboration with Manhyia Palace, KGL Group, Diaspora Affairs Office of the…
In a powerful speech eulogising the Asantehene as a pillar of peace, the Olu of Warri Kingdom in Nigeria, His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, minced no words, declaring that Otumfuo Osei Tutu II represents the face of Ghana. The Olu, who was the royal guest at the World-Meets-in-Ghana Executive Dinner Ball celebrating Otumfuo as a “Pillar of Peace” on his 27th coronation anniversary in Kumasi, said: “To many of us outside Ghana, I dare say Otumfuo, in his own regal way, represents the face of Ghana.” Deep respect Acknowledging his deep respect for Otumfuo, the Olu said: “Even before my…